It is, indeed, a glorious day!! It's hot and humid and thick outside. I'm sitting at my desk where I don't want to be just now. People around me are grumpy.
BUT...I had a great night's sleep back in my own bed last night. Today is my Dad's birthday. And it was one year ago today that we received the official word that my cancer had returned/spread. Glorious?? You bet! Because here I am, going strong, and loving every day of my life!!
Our family weekend was, as Mary said, beyond description. It was so heart-warming to have all of the Breiters together (even with "flat Alex" representing the one missing nephew). I was exhausted by Sunday night...but it was a good exhaustion! And I'd do it all over again!!
Now we look forward to the coming weekend when Brian, Dominic and I make our way out west to Washington and Oregon. And we'll get to see a 3-dimensional Alex! I am soooo looking forward to this vacation. I haven't been in Seattle since I was pregnant with Dominic...almost 15 years ago! And then to spend some quality relaxation time with the Breiter/Pratts on the Oregon coast will be just what we need after the heat and humidity of WI in June. Awesome!
Let the glorious day continue --- and for all of you too!!
Tuesday, June 28, 2005
Tuesday, June 14, 2005
Mission: Accomplished
Well, I did it!
Last summer when I learned that my cancer had returned/spread I didn't know what that would mean for my future. I didn't have a clear understanding of my prognosis. So I made a very short-term goal of being here for Dominic's 8th grade graduation. And here I am!!
Next mission: to still be around four years from now to see him in his cap and gown and receiving his high school diploma. Poor Dominic...I got a little teary driving him to the graduation ceremony. He looked at me like I was out of my mind. I could just see him rolling his eyes at my sudden emotional breakdown. If I hadn't been on the verge of a major crying jag I'm sure I would have laughed then. I'm laughing now instead. Poor kid! Well, he's learning about the emotions of women. ha ha
What will my mission be following Dominic's high school years? Why, that would be our 10th wedding anniversary, of course!!
BRING IT ON!
Last summer when I learned that my cancer had returned/spread I didn't know what that would mean for my future. I didn't have a clear understanding of my prognosis. So I made a very short-term goal of being here for Dominic's 8th grade graduation. And here I am!!
Next mission: to still be around four years from now to see him in his cap and gown and receiving his high school diploma. Poor Dominic...I got a little teary driving him to the graduation ceremony. He looked at me like I was out of my mind. I could just see him rolling his eyes at my sudden emotional breakdown. If I hadn't been on the verge of a major crying jag I'm sure I would have laughed then. I'm laughing now instead. Poor kid! Well, he's learning about the emotions of women. ha ha
What will my mission be following Dominic's high school years? Why, that would be our 10th wedding anniversary, of course!!
BRING IT ON!
Thursday, June 02, 2005
Liver (no onions)
I can't believe how long it's been since I posted anything here! I guess with everything going on with Mom and some other matters, I just never sat down and typed. But here I am today...and with good news too!
Last week we did my regular blood draw before my infusion. Kidney functions looked good so we proceeded with the Zometa. However, two of my liver function numbers were way out of whack. So we scheduled a re-draw for one week later. As each day passed I started to worry a little bit more. By Wednesday I was incredibly nervous. I went in at 8am for the blood draw. At 2:30 when I left work for the day I called the clinic to see if they had my results yet. The nurse said the numbers had come way down since last week but were still slightly elevated. I wasn't sure what to think of that. So I got another call this morning and she said that Dr. Kumar looked at the numbers and said that since they didn't stay raised (or go any higher) that this is not something that's cancer-related. Several things could have caused the numbers to be so high (including any alcohol I may have had to drink the night before). So today I am walking on sunshine because my liver is looking good!!
Mom is getting around better all the time and it sounds like the physical therapy is doing the trick. I am soooo looking forward to having the whole family together this month! It just seems like it's been too long!!
And as if my day couldn't get any better, now my wonderful friend Kristi (aka KB) and I are planning a trip to New York City!
I am blessed.
Last week we did my regular blood draw before my infusion. Kidney functions looked good so we proceeded with the Zometa. However, two of my liver function numbers were way out of whack. So we scheduled a re-draw for one week later. As each day passed I started to worry a little bit more. By Wednesday I was incredibly nervous. I went in at 8am for the blood draw. At 2:30 when I left work for the day I called the clinic to see if they had my results yet. The nurse said the numbers had come way down since last week but were still slightly elevated. I wasn't sure what to think of that. So I got another call this morning and she said that Dr. Kumar looked at the numbers and said that since they didn't stay raised (or go any higher) that this is not something that's cancer-related. Several things could have caused the numbers to be so high (including any alcohol I may have had to drink the night before). So today I am walking on sunshine because my liver is looking good!!
Mom is getting around better all the time and it sounds like the physical therapy is doing the trick. I am soooo looking forward to having the whole family together this month! It just seems like it's been too long!!
And as if my day couldn't get any better, now my wonderful friend Kristi (aka KB) and I are planning a trip to New York City!
I am blessed.
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